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Where preservation & progress coexist
Hammond has all the charm of the city and the hospitality of a small town. Watch the train roll by, relax under the arms of a great oak tree or let your nose guide you to your next favorite meal. This historic city is beautiful in the golden hours of dusk or the waking hours of dawn. There’s an array of year round activities, locally owned businesses and lovely pockets of nature that you’ll discover every visit.
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Foodie Experience
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Family Friendly Spots
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Artsy guide
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Outdoor Explorer
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Downtown Shopping
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Interactive Map
Uncover your favorite places in Downtown Hammond. Click on the icons in the map to reveal more information about each spot.
Business Directory
Our downtown is proudly home to over 250 locally-owned businesses that are ready to serve you. For an authentic Hammond experience, we encourage you to stop in and say hello to as many local spots as you can - you might even meet the owner!
All Aboard
Catch the next train & discover the charm of our Historic Downtown
Downtown Calendar
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Starry Saturday
Signature Events
Annual Events
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Hot August Stroll
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Southeastern Homecoming
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Trick - or - Treat
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Starry Saturday
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Small Business Saturday
Frequently
Asked Questions
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Downtown Hammond has a wealth of restaurants and quick snacks around for you to try. Explore our Foodie Guide for curated recommendations or browse our Business Directory to find your own perfect spot.
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Our downtown is a haven for families and caretakers with young children. From watching the trains roll by to exploring the Louisiana Children’s Discovery Center, there’s plenty to keep the little ones entertained. For more family-friendly activities, be sure to check out our Family-Friendly Guide
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Hammond is home to the creatives, offering a range of experiences for those who love to make or admire art, or enjoy live music. Dive into our Artsy Guide to discover top spots for art, theater, music, and more!
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The great outdoors is yours to explore in Hammond. Our Outdoor Explorer Guide will help you find optimal picnic spots, dog parks and pet friendly patios and historic walking tours! Your adventure awaits.
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Please refer to our Places To Stay Guide here.
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All parking in Downtown Hammond is free. In addition to street parking, there are 7 parking malls centrally located along the railroad tracks that make it easy for you to park once and walk to destination. If you have an electric vehicle, we have one charging station located on the 100-block S Oak St. Parking locations are marked in our interactive map at the top of this page.
Farmers & Artisans Market
Join us every Saturday morning for the best local groceries & goods
Our Supporters & Partners
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